General Manager - Whitby

Job Description

Who We Are: ONxpress Transportation Partners (OTP) was chosen by Metrolinx and Infrastructure Ontario (IO) to enter the Development Phase of the On-Corridor Works project - the largest project in Metrolinx's GO Expansion. Unprecedented in its scale and complexity, this multi-billion dollar capital program will transform the GO regional rail network with electrification, more frequent service, shorter journey times and a more modernized system for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. ONxpress Operations Inc. (OOI) has been engaged by OTP to manage and oversee the efficient and effective operations and maintenance of the GO Trains and Union Pearson Express.

Accountability

• Ensure and proper functionality of the Fleet/Rolling Stock operations and maintenance function in accordance with client requirements and in close co-operation with the Head of Fleet Management.
• Support and assistance to the Head of Fleet Maintenance in all relevant matters with regards to Operations and Maintenance activities and facilitates decision by way of recommendation and information.
• Ensures the smooth transition into the operation of electric-powered trains once introduced onto the electrified railway network and the vehicles having the proper engineering expertise assigned to the project for approval.
• Accountable for continuous improvement and Planning of preventive and corrective maintenance activities to meet train availability for service requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsibility

• Oversee planning and coordination of all activities in the rail maintenance facility and associated layovers to ensure delivery of service and contractual requirements.
• Responsible for all groups performing activities onsite and make sure the facilities are operating efficiently and to maximum availability.
• Coordinate and support scheduled maintenance and repair works with other sites to ensure train service is maintained.
• Work with subcontractor team and other stakeholders.
• Manage communication with all stakeholders including contractors, clients, and team and be primary point of contact for all depots' issues.
• Ensures security, emergency, health and safety procedures are implemented and maintained to company standards.
• Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of the facility management.
• Supervise and manage activities by different teams and prioritize utilization of facility resources.
• Report on the progress and status of work, identifying potential problem areas and attenuate risks, forecasting opportunities as needed, and provision of the means for timely management actions.
• Provide constructability reviews of plans, procedures, work task list and specifications to evaluate scheduled activities and staffing requirements for group and coordinate the availability of requisite equipment, material, and suppliers.
• Liaise with the Safety and Environmental Manager, report any relevant issues, and assist in developing and implementation of required corrective actions.
• Ensuring staff are competent and trained to follow safety and maintenance procedures and instructions.
• Liaison and supervision of supplier's staff who perform works on the Rolling Stock.
• Performance appraisals of staff in accordance with HR guidelines.
• Identifies training needs for all personnel in the Rolling Stock maintenance section.
• Supports preparation of annual and long-range forecasts of all car and facility maintenance operations.
• Conducts special studies and investigations and acts as a trouble shooter.
• Responsible for conducting inspections and acceptance of new trains maintenance.

Qualifications

Education & Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, or related field - or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of Management experience in metro or class 1 railway system
• At least 10 years of supervisory and or management experience with the ability to manage different maintenance sections covering Fleet/Rolling stock.
• Experience in maintenance planning, preparing maintenance budget, maintenance plans and procedures, technical specifications, safety and quality plan as required.

Competencies

• Willingness to work on a complex network project, providing new ideas and facilitating collaboration and cooperation between diverse stakeholders to deal with construction and complex engineering issues.
• Sound understanding of railway operations in a large, complex operating environment.
• Proven understanding of Rolling Stock/Fleet and, its operation, maintenance requirements and working safety rules governing the operations/maintenance.
• Labor Relations experience.
• Carry out 24-hour on-call responsibility for incidents and emergency.
• Must be a skilled manager and supervisor with good communications skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
• Implements sound employee relations and practices within the parameters of the O&M organization regulations and agreements
• Highly motivated and flexibility to work in a time-sensitive environment to respond quickly and effectively to unanticipated high workloads, events, and emergencies.
• Ability to think laterally and analyze and assess a range of information.
• Ability to multi-task and analyze situations promptly and without bias to determine the proper course of action or alternatives without jeopardizing human safety, quality, and the committed performance targets.

Safety-Sensitive Positions

This role is designated Safety-Sensitive under OOI's Fitness for Duty Policy. Applicants selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test (as applicable) and will be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing under relevant circumstances in accordance with OOI's Fitness For Duty Policy. Some safety sensitive positions also have additional medical testing requirements, further information will be provided during the certification process.

Why Work with Us?

• We offer a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, incentive pay and health benefits.
• We have an open and approachable culture that enables you to bring your best ideas forward.
• We offer flexible working arrangements to support your need to balance life at work and at home.

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